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KLRU eliminated an entire weekend of on-air interruption, ending our fund drive two days early! That means we still have $12,000 more to raise! Can we count you in?

And when you give a gift equal to or more than$10/sustaining or $120/one-time, you can receive KLRU’s schnazzy soft cotton baseball tee as our thank you!

KLRU is free to everyone, with no commercial influence. Without donor support, we wouldn’t exist. This spring, every child who acquires a new skill from PBS KIDS, every adult who gains broader perspective from NewsHour or Decibel and every low-income family who engages in STEM-based community workshops will benefit with your commitment to this PBS station.

You can help us cross the finish line!! Just 12 days ago, we set out with an ambitious but necessary goal to raise $220,000 during our Spring Fund Drive. Your contribution can make this goal a reality and allow KLRU to remain on-air, online and in the community.

And if you give today, we can reduce our drive by two days! KLRU wants to thank all the wonderful viewers who have shown support this March by ending our fundraising drive on Friday. That means giving back our entire weekend of programming with no on-air interruptions! In order to cut off two days, we must meet our goal—can we count you in?

As a reminder of how your dollars impact KLRU and the Central Texas community, here’s a practical breakdown of real costs and effects.

KLRU brings the world to your neighborhood, opening doors to art, entertainment and discovery. Protect this community space where everyone is welcome—your support of KLRU nurtures a Central Texas that learns and grows together.

There’s just a week left of KLRU’s Spring Fund Drive, which means time is running out to donate toward one of the limited ticket packages we’re offering this season. Tickets are going fast—don’t wait and risk missing out!

Starting this month PBS favorites will be live in our community. KLRU brings the world to your neighborhood, straight from the livingroom to the stages of Austin! Five world class shows are coming to The Long Center and ACL Live at The Moody Theater.

• Learn about this bestselling author’s approach to holistic well being and personal transformation with Deepak Chopraon March 31.

• Don’t miss the arresting voice of the multi-talented songwriter, pianist and guitar player Brandi Carlile as she tapes Austin City Limits on April 10.

• Catch Joe Bonamassa, widely acclaimed as one of the greatest guitar players in the world, as he tours around his newest album Blues of Desperation on May 25.

• Witness the deep influence of Nat “King” Cole on display in jazz talentGregory Porteras the two-time-Grammy winner performs from his fifth album on June 20.

• Experience Killer Queen, named “Worldwide Best Tribute Band”, as they recreate the brilliant music and magical stage presence of the real Queen on July 28.

Won’t you join us for a live performance? Help KLRU move toward our $220,000 goal with your gift today. Think of how important KLRU is to you and the rest of our neighbors. From Wild Kratts to Nature, to Overheard with Evan Smith and NewsHour, this is a space where there is something for everyone, no matter age or background. It’s a great time to show your support for KLRU this spring!

Happy 50th Anniversary to
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood on PBS!

It’s a beautiful day in the Central Texas neighborhood… because of YOU!

There’s a lot to celebrate this March at KLRU! We’re six days into our Spring Fund Drive and on March 20th we commemorate Mister Rogers’ birthday and his 50 groundbreaking years on public television.

The man who taught millions of young viewers that they should be loved exactly as they are has nurtured kindness in generations. Mister Rogers’ thoughtful lessons emphasized the great importance of a safe, educational space like PBS—made available for free to every American. KLRU is proud to be a part of this legacy.

If Mister Rogers inspired your love of PBS…if you believe that the quality content on KLRU is worth funding and protecting…consider making a gift during the KLRU Spring Drive!

Make sure to tune-in to KLRU tonight at 7 p.m. for Mister Rogers: Its You I Like. As a tribute on this 50th Anniversary of Fred Rogers on PBS—and after nearly 900 episodes—stars like Whoopi Goldberg, John Lithgow, Yo-Yo Ma, Sarah Silverman and more reveal some of their favorite Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood moments.

P.S. KLRU has some exclusive online only Mister Rogers gifts. Rock a retro PBS look around town with one of these fun thank you items when you donate!

You can make a difference right now! But once the clock strikes 6 p.m., no more Amplify dollars can be counted. KLRU is so thankful for all the Central Texans who helped us meet the Equistar Wealth Management match, and we know we can count on your generosity to help push KLRU the rest of the way to $60K!

Don’t forget, Google Fiber is offering a $10,000 matching grant to all participating education non-profits, like KLRU, until the very end of Amplify! Your gift to KLRU before 6 p.m. tonight equals extra dollars. Don’t let this moment slip away.

KLRU is a window to our neighborhood and the world—from local productions to national PBS programming. KLRU broadcasts the highest quality education and news content. We entertain. We inspire. And all this content is available to everyone for free. Plus KLRU provides an important space for public voices and public interest, because we don’t have advertisers. When you Amplify KLRU right now, you give a gift to the entire Central Texas community.

Make a gift now, boost KLRU’s race to $60K, and become a public television hero. Not a bad way to end a Friday!

KLRU has just 10 hours left to reach our $60,000 goal!

Last night 229 amazing donors helped us meet our full $2,500 match from Equistar Wealth Management, raising a total of $32,942! With that, KLRU is relying on you to help us secure $27,058 more before 6 p.m.tonight!

Google Fiber is offering a $10,000 matching grant to be distributed among all participating education organizations during Amplify’s 24 hours. Non-profits, like KLRU, will receive these funds on a pro-rata basis, which means the more dollars you donate, the more Google Fiber will contribute to our goal!

With your support, the KLRU Educational Services team combines the power of national PBS youth programming with localized outreach, providing face-to-face support where it’s needed most.

Did you know that KLRU PBS KIDS is ranked #1 for preparing school readiness? That’s right, when you give to public television in Central Texas, the power of your dollars expands with every child that benefits from this station.

If you value what KLRU means to our community, now is the time to give. Take advantage of our Google Fiber booster funds and truly Amplify this community space.

Amplify Austin has officially begun!
The clock is ticking. ⏰KLRU’s goal: $60,000 in just 24 hours!

Make your gift between 6 p.m and 8 p.m. and your dollars will be doubled with a $2,500 challenge match! Equistar Wealth Management has generously put up these matching funds, effectively doubling your gift! Donate now and you’ll help KLRU raise $5,000 in just 2 hours!

The impact of your doubled dollars is a more informed, connected community. Children watch KLRU to learn and engage in a safe setting. Others rely on the thorough, balanced reporting from our PBS news and public affairs programming. Individuals and families across Central Texas enjoy highest quality art, fascinating science discoveries and epic storytelling broadcast directly into their homes.

$500 – 1 tablet loaded with PBS KIDS apps for a local summer STEM program

$1,000 – 1 hour of arts and cultural programming, like Masterpiece and Great Performances

You have just 24 hours—from 6 p.m. March 1 to 6 p.m. March 2—to make a difference in the lives of all Central Texans. Your gift ensures that KLRU can continue to bring quality educational programming to all of your family, friends and neighbors.

Hi neighbor, won’t you be a sustainer?

What do you ❤️ about KLRU? Is it the balanced news coverage? The safe, educational content on PBS KIDS? Maybe you just really love Victoria on Masterpiece? Consider the value of public television in your life, and become a Sustaining Member this Valentine’s Day!

Your gift ensures the KLRU programming you rely on stays on the air. Choose whatever amount works for you.

Did you know your dollars have the most impact as a monthly gift? The reliable revenue stream from an ongoing donation allows KLRU to plan into the future for big projects and programming initiatives. Plus your membership is always current, saving KLRU from costly renewal fees.

The partnership you enter into as a KLRU Sustaining member supports the vast array of content we broadcast and so much more! Local screenings, educational workshops for low-income families and community-wide forums are all made possible because of YOU.

Thank you for sharing the love today!

P.S. There are Sustaining Member Perks!
• ALL KLRU Sustaining Members are granted anytime access to KLRU Passport, filled with a library of past and current series to enjoy on your computer, smartphone or tablet.
• ALL KLRU Sustaining Members get early access to every Overheard with Evan Smith taping in Studio 6A with an RSVP!

Watch All Eight Episodes January 14When You Join KLRU Passport

Season 2 of Victoria premieres on KLRU January 14 at 8 p.m. And starting the night of the broadcast, all of Season 2 will be available on KLRU Passport. KLRU Passport members can lavish in the drama and beauty of this royal world through eight new episodes—without waiting for the broadcast each week!

Not sure what KLRU Passport is? It’s our member benefit that provides extended access to PBS programs on your computer, phone, tablet or OTT device. A sustaining gift of $5 or more a monthor a $60 one-time contribution qualifies you for KLRU Passport and unlocks thousands of episodes from our PBS library, with new programs added weekly.